Travel & Transport Books

Book SynopsisWhen London Buses Ltd's subsidiary companies were privatised in 1994, northwest London-based Metroline passed to its management. The company promptly took over Atlas Bus in 1995 and then n doubling its size in 1998 with the acquisition of neighbouring MTL London. A new livery of red with a deep blue skirt set Metroline apart from its rivals, and in 2000 a powerful but unusually hands-off patron was secured with the company's sale to Delgro (later ComfortDelgro) of Singapore.Since then, Metroline has held its own as a dependable TfL contractor, continuing to expand with the acquisition of Thorpes and Armchair in 2004 and pulling off an even bigger coup in 2013 when First London's western portfolio was acquired as Metroline West. In terms of vehicles, the London Transport inheritance had all gone by 2004 and low-floor purchases moved to hybrids, including Borismasters, and now to electric buses.With over 250 colour pictures, this book is the first of a new series that explores the major

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisThis new, thoroughly updated third edition of Sussex (Slow Travel), Bradt''s much-praised guide, features the South Downs, High Weald and coast, and offers a greater, more personal selection of places to explore than any other guide. Author Tim Locke and updater Emma Gregg, both expert residents, take a leisurely, detailed approach that teases out Sussex''s special qualities. The result is highly personal and honest, encouraging you to slow down and gain a deep understanding of what makes this stunning region tick and why it deserves repeat visits. Sussex may be less than 50 km from the fringes of London (and easily accessed from the capital), and only minutes from Gatwick''s international airport, but is a very different world thanks to its irresistible blend of history, archaeology, seaside towns, thatched villages, centuries-old buildings, world-class gardens, literary connections and quintessentially English scenery. Sussex offers much scope for ''Slow travel'' with or without a ca

Read more less

Book SynopsisThis new, thoroughly updated fourth edition of Bradt''s award-winning guide to Liguria is the essential companion to getting the most out of a visit to this beguiling Italian region. Author Rosie Whitehouse has spent over thirty years exploring Liguria. In her wide-ranging guide, she introduces you to not just the glitz of the Riviera but also to the charm of the little-known, wild hinterland and mountain valleys, including in-depth coverage of local gastronomic delights - a key element of any Ligurian visit.Liguria is a rugged region of dizzy passes and breathtaking views, where mountains plunge into the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean. The coastal strip includes the world-famous Italian Riviera, the great port city of Genoa, the resort of Portofino, the charming Cinque Terre, and more Blue Flag beaches than any other Italian region. In the hinterland there are many beautiful villages and mountain walks that have yet to be discovered by tourists - perfect for adventurous tr

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisPart of Bradt''s distinctive, award-winning series of Slow Travel guides to UK regions, the new, thoroughly updated third edition of The Peak District (Slow Travel) offers a wider, more personal selection of places to explore than any other guidebook. Slow down and let expert local author Helen Moat not only guide you around all the well-known places in this much-loved area, but escort you off the beaten tourist track to uncover the hidden corners of the Peak District, teasing out its special qualities. The author''s love of interesting and colourful stories about people and places draws her to highlight quirky and unusual places, from secret gorges, historical ruins and abandoned mills to strange follies and irresistible pubs. The result, for the reader, is a privileged understanding of what makes this stunning region tick - and why it deserves repeat visits.Although mostly in the county of Derbyshire, the Peak District extends into parts of Staffordshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester and both South and West Yorkshire - putting it within easy reach of millions of people. Its small surface area harbours unexpectedly diverse landscapes, including deep-cut dales, rocky escarpments, weathered tors and far-reaching moorland. From the characterful mill towns of Holmfirth, Marsden and Uppermill to the historical stone-built settlements that lie in the heart of the national park; from the elegant spa town of Buxton to the colourful market towns of Matlock, Ashbourne and Leek, the Peak District is filled with story and history - and great beauty. Bradt''s The Peak District (Slow Travel) helps you connect with the people who work and live in the national park through the author''s first-hand accounts of their experiences, and helps you discover great places to eat and drink - with a particular focus on tasty, local and good-quality food in atmospheric venues and locations. An emphasis on car-free travel throws up a range of options for getting around, from walking, cycling, boating, buses and trains to more surprising modes of transport that form as much part of the sightseeing experience as they do simply getting from A to B. This is Slow Travel at its finest.

Read more less

Book SynopsisA first-hand survival story of an unusually daring and ambitious expedition on foot through 1,200 miles of East Central Africa. It conveys the immediacy of the experience, from life-threatening encounters to moments of perfect peace.

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisFeaturing over 200 of the best campsites, huts, glamping, and bush camping spots in Australia and New Zealand for the ultimate nature-based escape.Each of the 9 regional chapters highlight the top locations for camping, glamping, or cabin-style accommodation, as well as essential information on the rules and regulations of free camping, safety considerations, and where to buy camping supplies locally.Inside Under the Stars Camping Australia and New Zealand: More than 200 of the best places to spend the night under canvas in Australia and New Zealand Divided into 9 regional chapters and organised by each of Australia''s states and territories (the Australian Capital Territory is combined with New South Wales) as well as New Zealand''s North and South Islands 12 full-page outdoor activity gu

Read more less

Book SynopsisLonely Planet''s Experience Croatia travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip.Discover amazing local experiences from exploring the hidden coves of Vis, to roaming Plitvice Lakes National Park with its turquoise ribbon of lakes and falls, and sampling vintage wines from the foothills of Motovun.Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet''s Experience Croatia travel guide: Our Experience guidebook format reveals exciting new ways to explore epic destinations and plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure Local experts share their love for the real Croatia, offering fresh perspectives

Read more less

Book SynopsisExperience the diversity of parenthood around the world with this illuminating book that shares 40 parents'' stories of how place and culture have shaped the way they raise their children. The feeling of being a parent may be universal but there is no one way to eat dinner together or celebrate a holiday. Discover the many unique ways we choose to bring-up the next generation through this compelling presentation of parenthood - featuring personal stories, photos, and interviews from the USA, Canada, Germany, Australia, India, and many more. Inside Parenthood Around the World: 40 parents share the fascinating ways that place and culture have influenced how they choose to raise their children Learn about the background of the parents interviewed including elements of parenting specific to each global place from birthday traditions to life at the dinner table, and more Beautiful photos and images throughout plus personal family photos from those featured within the book Stories from parents around the world including: US & Canada - Colorado; Nevada; Ontario; New York; British Columbia. UK & Europe - Germany; Scotland; Norway; England; Czechia; Wales; Italy; France. AU, NZ, & ASIA - Thailand; Queenstown (NZ); Kyrgyzstan; Taiwan; China; New South Wales (AU); India. Middle East & Africa - Botswana; UAE; Turkey. Latin America - Chile; Argentina; Ecuador. Parents and guardians of all kinds will learn about the world of parenting in this fascinating peek into family life across the globe. This is a perfect gift or self-buy for new and experienced parents everywhere.

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisDiscover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's California's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 33 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Experience the majesty of Yosemite, encounter towering redwoods in Big Sur, or soak up the sun on SoCal's beaches. Get to California, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's California's Best Road Trips: Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs Full-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see the California's highlights along the way Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the car Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish color photography provides inspiration throughout Covers San Francisco, Big Sur, Napa Valley, Yosemite National Park, Redwoods, Route 66, Death Valley, San Diego, Los Angeles, Monterey and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's California's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring California via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. Planning a California trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's California, our most comprehensive guide to California, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Read more less

Book SynopsisFrom the Neolithic cave paintings in Wadi Sura – created long before it was a desert when the region was savannah grassland – to the Valley of the Kings to the rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel, and from the vast temple complexes at Karnak and Luxor to the funerary mask of Tutankhamun and, of course, to the pyramids and the Sphinx, Ancient Egypt is a hugely colourful guide to the surviving wonders of Egyptian antiquity. Today the exceptional beauty and scale of the antiquities is legendary, drawing millions of visitors to Egypt’s monuments each year. Arranged by region, the book takes the reader along the ancient settlements that were established on the banks of the River Nile. Through beautiful photographs and expert captions, the reader gains an understanding of how ancient Egypt developed its trade links and became such a powerful and wealthy force across North Africa and the eastern Mediterranean. Alongside the world-famous places, there are also fascinating, lesser-known entries, such as the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the bent pyramid at Dahshur and the Statue of Khaefre. Featuring monuments and obelisks, hieroglyphics and jewelry, funerary masks, tombs and mausoleums, mummies of cats and statues of falcon-headed gods, Ancient Egypt includes 160 outstanding photographs and captions.Table of ContentsIntroduction Old Kingdom Giza Pyramids The Great Sphinx Great Pyramid of Khufu Queens’ Pyramids Khufu Ship, Giza Pyramid Complex Sheikh el-Balad, Saqqara Necropolis Mastaba of Seshemnefer IV, Giza Plateau Pyramid of Khaefre, Giza Plateau Menkaure Pyramid, Giza Triad of Menkaure Pyramid of Djedefre, Abu Rawash Pyramid of Neferirkare Kakai, Abusir Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara Mastaba of Rahotep Tomb of Mereruka, Saqqara Bent Pyramid, Dahshur Red Pyramid Saqqara Necropolis Pyramid of Unas Pyramid of Meidum Cave of the Swimmers, Wadi Sura Narmer Palette Middle Kingdom Mortuary Temple of Mentuhotep II, Deir el- Bahari Pyramid of Amenemhat III (Black Pyramid), Dahshur Pectoral of Amenemhat III Pyramid of Amenemhat I, Lisht Osiride Pillar of Senusret I Obelisk of Senusret I, Heliopolis Pyramid of Senusret II Tomb of Senusret III, Abydos Pectoral of Princess Mereret, Funerary Complex, Dahshur Beni Hasan Rock Tombs Tomb of Khnumhotep II Egyptian Soldiers, Tomb of Mesehti, Asyut Stela of Abkau, Abydos Colossal Statue of Mentuhotep II, Deir el-Bahari White Chapel of Senusret I, Karnak New Kingdom Pharaoh Rameses II, Memphis Tomb of Horemheb, Saqqara Necropolis Temple of Seti I, Abydos Statue of Rameses II, Memphis Statue of Thutmose III, Karnak Festival Hall of Thutmose III, Karnak Temple of Khonsu, Karnak Chair of Princess Sitamun, Luxor Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Red Chapel of Hatshepsut, Karnak Solar Court, Luxor Great Hypostyle Hall, Karnak Luxor Temple Temple of Merenptah Victory Stele of Merenptah, Thebes Tomb of Thutmose III, Theban Necropolis Hathor Chapel, Temple of Thutmose III, Deir el-Bahari Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Deir el-Bahari Tomb of Ramose, Theban Necropolis Funerary Mask of Tuya, Theban Necropolis Tomb of Tutankhamun, Valley of the Kings Ramesseum, Theban Necropolis Osirian Statues, Temple of Hatshepsut, Deirel-Bahari Tomb of Nefertari, Valley of the Queens Medinet Habu Tomb of Seti I, East Valley of the Kings Side Chamber, Tomb of Seti I Great Temple, Abu Simbel Temple of Nefertari, Abu Simbel Late Period City of Tanis, Nile Delta Tomb of Psusennes I, Tanis Stature of Osiris, Tomb of Psamtik, Saqqara Statue of Isis, Tomb of Psamtik, Saqqara Funerary Mask of Psusennes I, Tanis Ushabtis, Al-Ghoreifa, Tuna al-Gabal Sarcophagus of Wennefer, Memphis Avenue of Sphinxes, Luxor Gate of Nectanebo I, Temple of Amun, Medinet Habu Avenue of Sphinxes, Luxor Tomb of Pabasa, Hatshepsut’s Temple, Deir el-Bahari Tomb of Pabasa, Hatshepsut’s Temple, Deir el-Bahari Head of Shabataka Temple of Hibis, Kharga Oasis Tomb of Baenentyu, Bahariya Oasis Greco-Roman Period Catacombs, Kom el-Shoqafa, Alexandria Catacombs, Serapeum, Amoud Al Sawari Kom el-Dikka, Alexandria Villa of the Birds, Kom el-Dikka Fort Babylon, Nile Delta Temple of Athribis Pompey’s Pillar, Alexandria Temple of Sobek-Re, Dionysias, Faiyum Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, Alexandria Roman Temple, Qasr Qarun, Faiyum Wine Cistern, Roman Farm, El Heiz Oasis Roman Fort, Daydamus, Eastern Desert Temple of Hathor, Dendera Ceiling, Great Hypostyle Hall, Dendera Dendera Light, Temple of Hathor Temple of Khnum, Esna Temple of Edfu Temple of Kom Ombo, Aswan Temple of Philae, Aswan Temple of Mandulis Temple of Kalabsha

Read more less

Book SynopsisAn engaging portrait of Hampstead Heath – a place rich not just in natural wonders but in history and monuments, emotions and memories, people and places. 'I enjoyed every inch of the way, from Parliament Hill to the Pergola... A late-life little masterpiece' Ferdinand Mount 'A love letter, both to the Heath and to his late wife' Islington Tribune 'An affectionate book which blends personal anecdote, history and interviews' Ham & High The eight hundred acres of Hampstead Heath lie just four miles from central London; and yet unlike the manicured inner-city parks, it feels like the countryside: it has hills and lakes, wild spots and tame spots. Hunter Davies has lived within a stone's throw of Hampstead Heath for more than sixty years and has walked on it nearly every day of his London life. For him, it is not just a place of recreation and relaxation but also a treasure-house of memories and emotions. In The Heath, he visits all parts of this, the largest area of common land in Britain's capital city: from Kenwood House to the Vale of Health, from Parliament Hill to Boudicca's Mound, and from the Ladies Bathing Pond to the fabulous pergola. As he walks, Davies talks to the diverse array of individuals who frequent the Heath: regulars; visitors; dog walkers; stall holders at the weekly farmer's market; famous faces having their morning stroll; twenty-first-century hippies spreading peace, love and happiness.Trade ReviewAn affectionate book which blends personal anecdote, history and interviews with key players from The Heath and Hampstead Society and City of London Corporation, to swimmers and dog walkers * Ham & High *A love letter, both to the Heath and to his late wife... Hunter's portrait of the Heath zips by, as a warm reminder of the familiar, but introducing you to new territory * Islington Tribune *Just like taking a walk on the Heath, most of the book is familiar before pointing out something you had not noticed before * Camden New Journal *I enjoyed every inch of the way, from Parliament Hill to the Pergola... I particularly liked the way [he] gently but remorselessly undermines everyone's preconceptions... A late-life little masterpiece -- Ferdinand MountPRAISE FOR LAKELAND: 'Davies's easy, affable style makes his Lakeland a plum-pie delight of gossip, pictures and facts. This is one to treasure' WI Life. 'Nicely produced and tastefully illustrated, the whole thing enchants from start to finish' The Times 'The generous illustrations to Lakeland are by turns beautiful and quirky. Engravings by artists of the Picturesque evoke the changing past of what Hunter Davies sums up as 'a living place not a museum'' TLS. 'A beautifully produced Lake District miscellany, informed by a lifetime's enthusiasm' TGO Magazine. 'A lovely read for everyone who loves the Lakes' * Cumberland News *

Read more less

Book Synopsis'An impassioned tour around France which is best enjoyed with a bottle of red ... or two.' The Sunday Times'I've known Peter for some years and I'm sure you will enjoy his personal journey to the heart of rugby in this superb country.' Dan Carter, Former All Black and Rugby World Cup winner'Bills' wondrous travelogue features so many great tales from the mouths of legends.' Irish Independent'I really enjoyed this book ... A great memoir of France and its people through the eyes of rugby.' Michael Lynagh, TV analyst and Australian Rugby World Cup winner'Wonderful! This is a great read. I simply loved it and I am sure that many others will also.' Bob Dwyer, Australian World Cup winning coach 1991From French rugby's origins in Le Havre to the Catalan coast, acclaimed rugby writer Peter Bills travels the length and breadth of France, visiting the big cities and regional heartlands of the game, to reveal a country whose deep love of rugby has created a culture and playing style like no other.Featuring exclusive interviews with many of the greatest international players to have played club rugby in France, from Ronan O'Gara to Dan Carter, as well as French legends of the sport, from Serge Blanco and Jean-Pierre Rives to Antoine Dupont, Le Coq brings to life the passion, colour, excitement, characters, anecdotes, locations and great moments of French rugby's near 150 years of existence.Former French Grand Slam captain Jacques Fouroux talked of 'Rugby; the game, the life'. This book will show you exactly what he meant.Trade ReviewAn impassioned tour around France which is best enjoyed with a bottle of red or two ... Part history lesson, part travelogue, part paean, part autobiography, part restaurant guide and cookbook ... What is undeniable is Bills's passion for all things French, and the nation's rugby most of all ... It's full of the joys of France and its rugby as seen by an enthusiast. Bills loves his subject and was never going to find anything beyond delight within. -- Martin Samuel * The Sunday Times *It is at once a journey to the heart of the French club forces, old and new, as well as a gastronomic odyssey; the stories, and wine, rarely stop flowing as [Bills] visits the four corners of this intoxicating land ... All the greats are here, from Pierre Villepreux to Serge Blanco, as well as some familiar visitors, like former Ireland coach Joe Schmidt, defending European champion coach Ronan O'Gara and current French defence supremo Shaun Edwards ... Bills' wondrous travelogue features so many great tales from the mouths of legends * Irish Independent *Table of Contentsi: Foreword by Dan Carter ii: Prologue 1: The Ruggers of HAC: Le Havre-Paris 2: City of Mayhem: Paris 3: The Journey South: Paris-Bourges-Vichy-Clermont-Ferrand 4: The Lost Corridor: Strasbourg-Lille-Besançon-Dijon-Mâcon-La Voulte-sur-Rhône-Cavaillon-Nice 5: A Day at The Lake: Sète 6: A Litany of Tragedies: Sète-Béziers 7: Split Personalities: A small town, a quiet South of France café. For reflection on the violence... 8: The Elixir of Life... and a Force of Nature: Béziers-Narbonne 9: La Ville Rose: Narbonne-Castelnaudary-Toulouse-Auch 10: Peter Pan and The Legend of Lourdes: Auch-Lourdes-Bagnères-de-Bigorre 11: The Man Who Put Men To Sleep: Biarritz-Bayonne-Perpignan 12: Way Out West: Mont-de-Marsan-La Rochelle 13: A Golden Era: Toulouse-Castres-Narbonne-Perpignan 14: The Rugby-Loving Abbot: Clermont Auvergne-Toulouse-Albi-La Rochelle iii: Acknowledgements iv: Bibliography

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisFrom the 1960s to the 1980s, Sweden was an affluent, egalitarian country envied around the world. Refugees were welcomed, even misfit young Englishmen could find a place there. Andrew Brown spent part of his childhood in Sweden during the 1960s. In the 1970s he married a Swedish woman and worked in a timber mill while helping to raise their small son. Fishing became his passion and his escape. In the mid-1980s his marriage and the country fell apart. The Prime Minister was assassinated. The welfare system crumbled along with the industries that had supported it. Twenty years later, Andrew Brown travelled the length of Sweden in search of the country he had loved, and then hated, and now found he loved again.Trade Review'... Mr Brown's prose is as clear and bewitching as the lake waters which he learns to fish ... Readers who know the Nordic countries will delight in the author's keen ear and eye for the nuances of language, landscape and social customs' - Economist' - he is a deft writer with a real descriptive talent and a humorous touch - this is an affectionate and insightful portrait, offering a much deeper understanding of the country than the usual, often politically motivated, tendency to stereotype' - Financial Times'Fishing in Utopia is a lament for a lost Eden. But it is more than that. Essentially it is a story of modern rootlessness and the search for something to believe in. The fact that that something turns out, absurdly, to be fishing only makes it more tragic. I can see it becoming a cult book, and not just among anglers' - Sunday Times 'His evocations of his early years in the country are miracles of sensuous recollection' - Telegraph

Read more less

Book SynopsisTake a photographic journey along the Wild Atlantic Way with this sumptuous book of 200 photographs, maps, and quotations about the west coast of Ireland.

Read more less

Book SynopsisFew cars in recent years have inspired such devotion among enthusiasts as the BMW M3. Now entering its fifth generation, BMW's compact performance car is recognized world-wide as the benchmark of its type. BMW M3 - The Complete Story looks in detail at the first four generations of the M3, which arrived in the mid-1980s as an E30 'homologation special', intended to keep BMW ahead of rivals Mercedes-Benz on the racetracks. But the M3 soon became very much more than that. Before long, buyers latched onto is exclusivity and turned it into a status symbol - and BMW was only too happy to exploit that. For all fans of the BMW M3, this book provides essential background. It is packed with facts and details that make the M3 legend come alive. With over 250 photographs, the book covers: the original E30 M3 of 1986 - from a 'homologation special' to a status symbol; design and development of the E36 M3, including a new 6-cylinder engine and more body choices; the E46 M3 of 2000, with the developed 6-cylinder S54 engine and gearshift advances; racing success for the E90-series M3s, introduced in 2007 with V8 engines, and finally driving, buying and special editions of all the models.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe only county Street Atlas with all the named streets of Wiltshire and Swindon and perfect back-up for emergency services, delivery drivers, visitors and locals.With more than 13,000 named streets, roads, lanes and alleys, this is the essential map book for residents and visitors - especially if you're in a hurry.Includes all the streets in CHIPPENHAM, DEVIZES, MARLBOROUGH, SALISBURY, SWINDON, TROWBRIDGE, Warminster, Amesbury, Avebury, Bradford-on-Avon, Burbage, Calne, Corsham, Cricklade, Durrington, Frome, Great Bedwyn, Highworth, Hungerford, Lambourn, Larkhill, Lechlade-on-Thames, Little Bedwyn, Ludgershall, Lyneham, Malmesbury, Melksham, Mere, Pewsey, Purton, Royal Wootton Bassett, Shaftesbury, South Cerney, Stourton, Tidworth, Westbury, Wilton.- New completely revised edition in practical spiral-bound format- Street maps show car parks, schools, hospitals and many other places of interest, including off the beaten track- 4-page practical route-planning section showing all A and B roads- Super-clear mapping- Easy-to-use index- Scales: 1¾ inches to 1 mile (1:36,000) and 3½ inches to 1 mile (1:18,000). Other information on the maps includes postcode boundaries, car parks, railway and bus stations, post offices, schools, colleges, hospitals, police and fire stations, places of worship, leisure centres, footpaths and bridleways, camping and caravan sites, golf courses, and many other places of interest.

Read more less

Book SynopsisFor all your holiday and travel needs, the latest up-to-date edition of Philip''s super-clear map of Europe.''The Clearest and Most Detailed Maps of Europe'' David Williams MBE, former CEO Gem Motoring AssistThe perfect all-inclusive map for planning and using on your European Road Trip:- The Main scale is super-clear 1: 3,890,000 (61 miles to 1 inch)- All of Europe is covered from Southern Portugal to Northern Russia- Fully updated with all the latest information for travelling in Europe- Map of Europe''s High-speed railways- Handy Weather Maps for both Summer and Winter travels - City-to-City Distance Table for estimating your journeys - All the important information for motoring: motorways (toll, pre-pay and free), mountain passes, railways, road numbers (European and local), distances between towns In fact, everything you need for driving in Europe. Every country is covered from Portugal to Russia and it is a double-sided map for easy in-car use. Follow the sun (or the snow) and make the most of this small, but extraordinarily culture-packed continent.

Read more less

Book SynopsisDiscover the GR5 trail from Lac Leman (Lake Geneva) through the French Alps to the Mediterranean at Nice or Menton. The 600km (373 mile) trek takes 1 month to walk and includes all the main variant routes as it passes Mont Blanc, then through the Vanoise, Queyras and Mercantour National Parks. Includes accommodation guide, profiles and maps.

Read more less

Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 walks spread throughout Portugal, with a focus on the country’s many natural and national parks. Walks are graded from easy to challenging, with options to suit most abilities and ambitions. The walks range from 5 to 46km (3–29 miles), with the two longest routes offering optional overnight stops; the day walks can be enjoyed in 2–11 hours. A handful of routes are easily accessible from Lisbon, with others covering Peneda-Gerês National Park, Serra da Estrela Nature Park and the Algarve. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 maps GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access and parking Local points of interest and background notes about Portugal Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Table of ContentsOverview map 
Map key 
Preface 
Introduction 
About Portugal 
Geology 
History 
Wildlife 
Plants and flowers 
Agriculture 
Weather 
When to go 
Getting there 
Traveling around 
Where to stay 
Food and drink 
Equipment 
Waymarking 
Maps 
Water 
Emergencies and safety 
Using this guide 
Northern Portugal 
Peneda-Ger#xea;s National Park 
Walk 1 Caminho dos Mortos, Real 
Walk 2 Trilho Castrejo, Castro Laboreiro 
Walk 3 Peneda circuit 
Walk 4 Pertinho do Ceu, Gavieira 
Walk 5 Bicos and Pedrada 
Walk 6 Pitões das Júnias and Capela de São João da Fraga 
Walk 7 Minas dos Carris, Portela de Homem 
Walk 8 Ger#xea;s circuit 
Walk 9 Águia do Sarilhão and Via Nova, Campo do Ger#xea;s Walk 10 Trilho dos Currais, Vila do Ger#xea;s 
Montesinho Nature Park 
Walk 11 Trilho da Calçada, Moimenta 
Walk 12 Montesinho summits 
Around Alvão Nature Park 
Walk 13 Senhora da Graça, Mondim de Basto 
Walk 14 Marão summit 
Douro International Nature Park 
Walk 15 Azeite, Bruçó 
Walk 16 Ribeira do Mosteiro 
Central Portugal and Lisbon 
Schist villages 
Walk 17 Schist villages of Lousã 
Walk 18 Caminho do Xisto das Aldeias de Góis and Lousã summit 
Walk 19 Trilho do Vale do Ceira, Cabreira 
Serra da Estrela Nature Park 
Walk 20 Sol and Rota das Faias, Manteigas 
Walk 21 Rota do Carvão, Manteigas 
Walk 22 Javali and Poço do Inferno, Manteigas 
Walk 23 Rota do Glaciar, Torre-Manteigas 
Walk 24 Poios Brancos, Manteigas 
Around Lisbon 
Walk 25 Castelejo, Alvados 
Walk 26 Chãos 
Walk 27 Peninha 
Walk 28 Cabo Espichel, Arr#xe1;bida 
Tejo and São Mamede Nature Parks 
Walk 29 Rota dos Abutres, Salvaterra do Extremo 
Walk 30 GR29 Rota dos Veados 
Walk 31 Marvão 
Monsaraz and Évora 
Walk 32 Évora aqueduct and Ecopista 
Walk 33 Monsaraz 
Southern Portugal 
The Algarve, Costa Vicentina and Guadiana 
Walk 34 Odeceixe beach circuit 
Walk 35 Cabo de São Vicente 
Walk 36 Rota das Cascatas, Monchique 
Walk 37 Trilho da Fóia, Monchique 
Walk 38 Pulo do Lobo, Guadiana 
Walk 39 GR23 
Walk 40 Serra do Caldeirão, Parizes 
Appendix A Route summary table 
Appendix B Contacts 
Appendix C Language

Read more less

Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the Test Way between Inkpen Beacon in the North Wessex Downs and Eling Tide Mill near Southampton Water. Covering 71km (44 miles), this riverside route makes a gentle 8-day walk, though stages can be combined into a shorter 2–3 day overall journey. Also included are 15 circular day walks exploring the chalk downs and rolling countryside in and around the Test valley.The Test Way is described in 8 stages of 5–14km (3–9 miles) in length, while the day walks range from 6–14km (4–9 miles). All the described routes can be walked year-round and are suitable for walkers of all abilities, taking between 2 and 4 hours to complete. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Refreshment and public transport options are given for each walk Information on local history, geology and wildlife Easy access from Newbury, Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton

Read more less

Book SynopsisDubbed 'the mountain connoisseurs' walk', the Cambrian Way stretches 479km between the mighty castles of Cardiff in the south and Conwy on the north coast. Traversing the heartland of Wales, the challenging route crosses the Brecon Beacons, the Cambrian Mountains and Snowdonia, passing through two national parks and visiting many of the country's iconic summits, including Pen y Fan, Pumlumon, Cadair Idris and Snowdon itself. It can be walked in three weeks (or in shorter sections) and is suitable for experienced hillwalkers with sound navigational skills. The guide presents the route in 21 stages, offering comprehensive route description illustrated with OS 1:50,000 mapping and elevation profiles. Details of accommodation and facilities are provided, along with a helpful trek planner showing their distribution along the route: although the trail passes through remote areas, it is possible to stay under a roof every night - though camping is also a possibility, should you prefer. There are background notes on Wales's history and geology and local points of interest, and a glossary of Welsh place-names, useful contacts and accommodation listings can be found in the appendices. From the Black Mountains to the Rhinogau, Glyderau and Carneddau, the route takes in lofty ridges, striking peaks and picturesque lakes. There are also fascinating glimpses into the country's ancient and more recent past: Iron Age hillforts, Norman castles, a Cistercian abbey, the Chartist Cave and relics from the mining industry. Offering superlative scenery, the Cambrian Way is a celebration of some of the best mountain walking Wales has to offer and promises a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in these celebrated landscapes.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction The mountain connoisseurs' walk Wales, its history, people and language Geology and landscape Plants and animals When to go Travel Accommodation Kit Waymarking and navigation Food, water and supplies Emergencies Using this guide The route Stage 1 Cardiff to Machen Stage 2 Machen to Pontypool Stage 3 Pontypool to Abergavenny Stage 4 Abergavenny to Capel-y-ffin Stage 5 Capel-y-ffin to Crickhowell Stage 6 Crickhowell to Storey Arms Stage 7 Storey Arms to Glyntawe Stage 8 Glyntawe to Llandovery Stage 9 Llandovery to Tŷ'n-y-cornel Hostel Stage 10 Tŷ'n-y-cornel Hostel to Claerddu Stage 11 Claerddu to Ponterwyd Stage 12 Ponterwyd to Dylife Stage 13 Dylife to Dinas Mawddwy Stage 14 Dinas Mawddwy to Bwlch Llyn Bach Stage 15 Bwlch Llyn Bach to Barmouth Stage 16 Barmouth to Cwm Bychan Stage 16/17A Bad-weather route to Moelfryn following Taith Ardudwy Way Stage 17 Cwm Bychan to Maentwrog Stage 18 Maentwrog to Beddgelert Stage 19 Beddgelert to Pen-y-Pass Stage 20 Pen-y-Pass to Llyn Ogwen Stage 21 Llyn Ogwen to Conwy Appendix A The checkpoints Appendix B Glossary of Welsh words and places on the Cambrian Way Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Accommodation list

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe GR7 is one of Europe's longest GR long-distance routes, stretching from Tarifa, the southernmost town of continental Europe, through Spain, Andorra and France to Alsace. This guide presents the Andalucian section of the route, which offers well over 700km of fantastic walking through the diverse landscapes of one of Spain's most evocative regions. The route splits at the small village of Villanueva de Cauche, and the guide describes both the northern and southern variants. Although walking is on good footpaths, country tracks and, occasionally, minor roads, some of the stages are long and can involve considerable ascent, meaning that a good level of fitness is required. The full Andalucian GR7 takes well over a month to walk; however, the guide also includes suggestions for highlight sections that can be walked in a week or fortnight. In addition to clear route description, mapping and elevation profiles, the guide provides background information on local history, plants and wildlife, and advice for planning your trip, such as when to go, what to take and where to stay. The route showcases Andalucia's rich history and culture and varied landscapes, which include pine forests, semi-arid desert, snow-capped peaks, fertile plains, lush valleys, olive groves, cultivated terraces and hills of cork woodland. Historic towns and traditional whitewashed villages offer overnight accommodation and a chance to sample local cuisine.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Author's preface Introduction The GR7/E4 Andalucia The GR7 in Andalucia Shorter itineraries Historical context Plants and wildlife When to go Getting there Getting back Luggage transfer Accommodation Food and drink Water Equipment Money Language Waymarking Maps and GPS Staying safe Using this guide The common route Cadiz province Stage 1 Tarifa to Los Barrios Stage 2 Los Barrios to Castillo de Castellar Stage 3 Castillo de Castellar to Jimena de la Frontera Stage 4 Jimena de la Frontera to Ubrique Stage 5 Ubrique to Montejaque via Villaluenga del Rosario Malaga province Stage 6 Montejaque to Arriate via Ronda Stage 7 Arriate to Ardales Stage 8 Ardales to El Chorro Stage 9 El Chorro to Valle de Abdalajis Stage 10 Valle de Abdalajis to Antequera Stage 11 Antequera to Villanueva de Cauche The northern variant Stage 12A Villanueva de Cauche to Villanueva del Trabuco Stage 13A Villanueva del Trabuco to Villanueva de Tapia Stage 14A Villanueva de Tapia to Villanueva de Algaidas Stage 15A Villanueva de Algaidas to Cuevas de San Marcos Cordoba province Stage 16A Cuevas de San Marco to Rute Stage 17A Rute to Priego de Cordoba Stage 18A Priego de Cordoba to Almedinilla Stage 19A Almedinilla to Alcala La Real Jaen province Stage 20A Alcala la Real to Frailes Stage 21A Frailes to Carchelejo Stage 22A Carchelejo to Cambil Stage 23A Cambil to Torres Stage 24A Torres to Bedmar Stage 25A Bedmar to Jodar Stage 26A Jodar to Quesada Stage 27A Quesada to Cazorla Stage 28A Cazorla to Vadillo Castril Stage 29A Vadillo Castril to Coto Rios Stage 30A Coto Rios to Pontones Stage 31A Pontones to Santiago de la Espada Stage 32A Santiago de la Espada to Puebla de Don Fadrique The southern variant Stage 12B Villanueva de Cauche to Riogordo Stage 13B Riogordo to Ventas de Zafarraya Granada province Stage 14B Ventas de Zafarraya to Alhama de Granada Stage 15B Alhama de Granada to Arenas del Rey Stage 16B Arenas del Rey to Jayena Stage 17B Jayena to Albunuelas Stage 18B Albunuelas to Niguelas Stage 19B Niguelas to Lanjaron Stage 20B Lanjaron to Soportujar Stage 21B Soportujar to Pitres Stage 22B Pitres to Trevelez Stage 23B Trevelez to Cadiar Stage 24B Cadiar to Yegen Stage 25B Yegen to Laroles Stage 26B Laroles to Puerto de la Ragua via Bayarcal Stage 27B Puerto de la Ragua to La Calahorra Stage 28B La Calahorra to Narvaez via Charches Stage 29B Narvaez to Zujar Stage 30B Zujar to Benamaurel Stage 31B Benamaurel to Cullar Stage 32B Cullar to Orce Stage 33B Orce to Huescar Stage 34B Huescar to Puebla de Don Fadrique Appendix A Facilities table Appendix B Spanish-English glossary Appendix C Further information Appendix D Further reading

Read more less

Book SynopsisKefalonia Walk and Eat Sunflower Guide: Walks, Restaurants, Recipes

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe Worcester and Birmingham Canal, some thirty miles long, was created from 1791, when it was authorised by Act of Parliament, to 1815 when it was completed 24 years later. Although intended as a broad canal for barges and having five broad tunnels, it was eventually completed with narrow locks due to financial difficulties. From Gas Street Basin at the Birmingham end it passes through the suburbs of Edgbaston, Selly Oak and Kings Norton, then through the long West Hill Tunnel and via Hopwood and Alvechurch through countryside to Tardebigge, all this section being on the Birmingham Level. Then it descends in stages via fifty-six narrow locks and two barge locks to the River Severn at Diglis via Stoke Prior, Hanbury Wharf, Dunhampstead, Oddingley, Tibberton, Blackpole and the eastern suburbs of Worcester City. The earlier chapters of this book trace in detail the successive stages reached in making the canal and the reservoirs needed to safeguard the water supplies of millowners, the financial and other problems faced, and the saga of the Tardebigge Boat Lifi. Later chapters cover the history of the canal following its completion, its use for both commercial and pleasure purposes, its administration and management, its upkeep and maintenance, its involvement with railways, and the various industries and amenities which were established beside it, Three of the final chapters feature past and present places and items of interest located along the canal from Birmingham to Worcester. Of special interest throughout is the impact the canal had upon the lives of countless people, those involved in its construction, those who lived and worked on the boats, those who were employed by the Canal Company as engineers, lock-keepers and maintenance men, people who worked in canalside factories, shops, public house, boatyards, and on wharves, and those concerned for the welfare of canal boat families and their animals.Trade Review"Alan has produced a superb, and beautifully illustrated, definitive history of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal." - Chris Daniels, Waterways World. "Alan White's book is a very comprehensive account of the canal and has to be regarded as a definitive work." - Stanley Holland, Canals & Rivers.

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis"Robert Hughes is probably the best - and certainly the most accessible - art critic in the world . . . in Barcelona his art-historical and his sociological talents converge in what is often a dazzling collage of Catalan peculiarities" FREDERICK RAPHAEL, Sunday TimesA modern homage to a proud, cosmopolitan city where Gaudí, Picasso and Miró learned how to break all the rules.Before Spain there was Catalunya, a thriving maritime empire with its own language and Barcelona as its capital, last bastion of resistance to Franco in the Spanish Civil War. Exploring 2000 of the city's history, Robert Hughes takes us down the Ramblas, through the "intestinal windings" of the ancient Gothic Quarter, past the bountiful Boqueria market to the Eixample, showcase of the daring, mannered architecture of Catalan modernisme, before resting at Gaudí's celebrated Sagrada Familia: crazy, unfinished symbol of this fiercely independent city of extremes."The pace is brisk, the narrative grasp cool, firm and confident . . . Hughes' prose has the 'capriciousness, symbolic precision and stylistic punch' he attributes to Catalan moustaches" HILARY SPURLING, Daily Telegraph"Nobody has ever represented Catalonia's character more powerfully, or illustrated its claims to self-destiny more persuasively, than Robert Hughes in this monumental work" JAN MORRISTrade ReviewNobody has ever represented [Barcelona's] character more powerfully, or illustrated its claims to self-destiny more persuasively, than has Robert Hughes in this monumental work -- Jan Morris * Los Angeles Times *Whether untangling the unlikely legends of Wilfred the Hairy or tangling with the likes of Antoni Gaudi, Hughes has shaped Catalan art, architecture and politics into the ultimate guidebooks -- David Newnham * Guardian *A wonderful book, by far the best yet to have appeared in the current flood of books on Spain - and one that fills a genuine gap -- Martin Gayford * Sunday Telegraph *Barcelona is unlikely to be rewarded with a better history than this. Robert Hughes is a master of the big canvas, scooping up the detail of social, economic, political and artistic life and producing images of captivating richness * Sunday Times *

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe book begins by the North Sea. It is a late summer's afternoon, and a bright sun has dispersed the greyness of the day. Two Englishmen are enjoying a swim off the Essex coast when all at once both have the feeling that they are back at the French seaside. They find themselves starting to tell each other of their youthful experiences of living in France. The adventures they narrate follow one after another like waves rolling onto the shore. Clive, coming from London, had found himself spending a year deep in the French countryside within sight of the western Pyrenees; John, hailing from Devon, had ended up living for a while in the City of Light within sight of the Folies Bergere. Outsiders though they were, they momentarily became part of French society, their adventures fuelled by the culinary delights of their adopted land. They tell their tales with humour and relish as they recall their initiation into the French way of life of decades ago - and how it shaped their own.Trade Review"I predict this slim volume will become a quiet best seller. It has all the quirky fun of an authentic adventure, a trove of fascinating real-life tales - whilst it reveals the real France in all its remarkable differentness." -- Anne Garvey, Cambridge Critique; "The incidents and experiences [the authors] relate are very sympathetic to me, and induce a measure of nostalgia." -- Sir Quentin BlakeTable of ContentsFrontispiece; Prologue; 1. An Englishman in the ninth district; 2. Clive's voyage into the unknown; 3. Rene; 4. Clive the grape-picker; 5. John's stroll through Paris; 6. Clive arrives at Salies-de-Bearn; 7. John finds a job in the big city; 8. Clive settles in Salies-de-Bearn; 9. John's apprenticeship at a Paris bank; 10. Sad news for Clive from London; 11. Cinema verite: on location in Paris; 12. Clive back in the vineyard; 13. New waves for John; 14. Clive on a Mobylette to the Basque Country; 15. John and the elusive film world; 16. Bearnaise sauce; 17. John, the gourmet banker; 18. Clive rolls up his sleeves in the provinces; 19. John and the newly-weds; 20. Clive tries his hand at rough shooting; 21. John moves house; 22. Clive and Marianne; 23. John settles in on the rue Sainte-Anastase; 24. Provincial doctor to Clive's rescue; 25. John meets Luisa; 26. Clive learns his lesson skiing at Cauterets; 27. John's friends find connubial bliss; 28. Crossing the border into Spain; 29. John meets Chuchi; 30. Clive heads for the metropolis; 31. John joins the Paris rag trade; 32 Live pop music a la francaise; 33. John and the Marais copper-engraver; 34. Clive answers the call of the south; 35. The need to feed the inner man; 36. Clive enjoys good company in the cafe at Carresse; 37. John uses his Metro ticket; 38. Summer festivals - and Clive takes the mike; 39. John and the Irishman; 40. Small-town wedding; 41. John afloat in Paris; 42. Clive goes under at Saint-Jean-de-Luz; 43. John working with the Galerie Genot; 44. Clive on horseback in the Camargue; 45. John the balloon man; 46. Clive wields his knife and fork at Les Baux-de-Provence; 47. John's private view; Epilogue; Acknowledgements; Tailpiece

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe Polar Book created as a facsimile of a now very scarce publication for the British Polar Exhibition of 1930 that celebrated the history of Polar discoveries and expeditions of the day. This is the first edition as a case bound hardback, complete with two coloured maps designed by John Bartholomew. This book celebrates Polar discoveries and expeditions, with chapters on the history of Polar discoveries, geophysics, geology, flora and fauna along with equipment needed and used at the time. Contributors: G T Atkinson and H R Mil. The Foreword is by L.C. Bernacchi.

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisLondon’s Markets is a new pocket size guide to the street markets, farmers’ markets, vintage fairs and car boot sales to be explored in the capital. The book contains detailed reviews of all the markets visited with hundreds of colour photographs and maps. Markets are always evolving and this new book captures the latest market trends from the street food revolution at markets like Street Food Union on Rupert Street to traditional local markets like Bethnal Green as well as the unique antique and vintage markets such as Bermondsey and Camden Passage. There is a renewed interest in markets as places for start-ups to begin trading and as a way of shopping ethically with less waste and packaging and nowhere is this more apparent than in the sudden plethora of specialist vegan markets that have now found a place in London’s market scene. This book captures these new trends while paying homage to some of London’s best traditional markets that still do a sterling job of serving their local communities.Table of ContentsMarkets by Area Week at a Glance Pop up Markets Vintage Fairs Car Boot Sales Farmers' Markets Market Map

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe London's Hidden Walks Box Set (Vol.1-4) contains 49 detailed walks of the capital from the skyscrapers of the City to the lush green neighbourhoods of Primrose Hill and Hampstead. With detailed maps and over 1600 photos the complete 4 volume set is the perfect way to explore the city and unearth its fascinating stories.

Read more less

Book SynopsisLondon's streets are full of all kinds of strange objects from buildings to street furniture that seem out of place or inexplicable. This book explores the stories behind the most interesting of these 'oddities' with colour photographs and area maps and in so doing reveals an unexpected and surprising history of the capital.

Read more less

Book SynopsisBlue Guides: Complete Cultural Guides -- Long-awaited new edition of the Blue Guide to this fascinating city, which straddles Europe and the Orient and whose history goes back to the days of ancient Greece. Superb coverage of all the major monuments, Classical, Christian and Islamic, with details on how to get around a busy city, what to eat and where to stay. Illustrations to inform rather than to decorate: maps, diagrams, floor plans, architectural details, photographs. -- "Often plagiarised by other guide writers, Blue Guides have always been a gold standard for accuracy and depth" Daily Telegraph. "Guide books in the grand tradition of thoroughness and objectivity" Georgia Review.Table of ContentsHistory of Istanbul; Byzantine art and architecture; Ottoman art and architecture; Geography of Istanbul; The guide: Yeni Cami and the Spice Bazaar; The First Hill and Hippodrome; Haghia Sophia; Topkapi Sarayi and Haghia Eirene; The Archaeological Museums and Gulhane Park; The Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet district; Divan Yolu Caddesi and Beyazit Camii; The Market Quarter and Suleymaniye; Ordu Caddesi and Sehzade Camii; Fatih Camii and the Zeyrek district; Yavuz Selim Camii and the old Fifth Hill; Kariye Muzesi and its district; The Seventh Hill; The Land Walls; The Golden Horn; Galata and Beyoglu; The European shore of the Bosphorus; The Asian side; The Princes' Islands; Practical information; Glossary; Byzantine emperors; Ottoman sultans; Ecumenical patriarchs; Index; maps & plans: City maps; Istanbul overview; The Princes' Islands; Uskudar; The Bosphorus; The old city street atlas; The old city and its environs; Eyup; Plans: Archaeological Museum; Beyazit Camii; Blue Mosque; Cagaloglu Hamami; Fatih Camii; Fethiye Camii; Grand Bazaar; Haghia Eirene; Haghia Sophia; Hippodrome; Kariye (St Saviour in Chora); Kucuk Ayasofya Camii; Mahmut Pasa Camii; Sehzade Camii;Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Camii; Suleymaniye; Theodosian Walls;Topkapi Sarayi; Topkapi Harem;Yeni Cami.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe originality guide to the sporting versions of Ford Europe's Mk1 Escorts, including the GT, Sport, Mexico and RS versions. In hundreds of pictures, the book gives you all the detail of correct factory specifications and equipment, including body panels, external trim and badging, paint colours, interior trim and colours, dashboard, instruments and switches, under-bonnet components, engine and transmission, lamps and all other features right down to the tool kit, from the beginning of production to the end. All of this information is vital to any buyer, owner and restorer. Each section opens with a brief text introduction followed by specially commissioned colour photographs with extended captions. For quick reference to accurate and comprehensive information, this formula is hard to beat.

Read more less